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We are Hooked

Open Crochet
2026-06-06 11:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 America/Chicago We are Hooked Main Library - Room 208: Maker Activity B

Saturday, June 06
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-06 11:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 America/Chicago We are Hooked Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned. Main Library - Room 208: Maker Activity B

Main Library

Room 208: Maker Activity B

Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned.

We're a group of passionate crocheters who enjoy creating new projects and sharing ideas. As experienced crocheters and teachers, we welcome you to bring your hooks and yarn and get inspired. Basic crochet knowledge is required to join. Come stitch with us!

TAGS: | Maker | Culture | Arts |

Main Library
info@rockfordpubliclibrary.org
Phone: 815-965-7606
Hours
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Mon, Jun 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 07 Closed
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About the library

The 66,000 sq.ft. Main Library opened in spring of 2024 and serves as the Rockford Public Library's main downtown facility. The newly constructed space boasts a 1st floor Children's Area complete with a dedicated computer lab, three program rooms, play structure with slide, and baby garden, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers, podcasting room, green screen video room, a large Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and several meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people. Additional features include a large interactive screen, two roof-top terraces, one of which is available for rent as part of our large event space on the third floor, underground parking, and drive-thru book drop holds pickup!

Upcoming events

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Babes and Books
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
Dino Slime Time (all ages)
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 115B: Story Time
Our theme for Summer Reading 2026 is Unearth a Story! Please register each child attending slime time so we have a proper headcount.
This event is full
Chapter by Chapter
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Listen to a few chapters of a book each week.
Basic Crochet for Beginners Children
Sat, Jun 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Boys and Girls ages 8-12! Whether you’ve always wanted to learn crochet or you already know how, let’s get together and crochet! We’ll help each other out and create something Great!
We are Hooked
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned.
Sharks, Sharks, and More Sharks!
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Room 115B: Story Time
Join us for a special Saturday Storytime!
Teen Pride-a-Palooza!
Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Crafts and snacks to celebrate Pride in the Teen Zone! We'll have several stations for getting your Pride out there, be it in button, (temporary) tattoo, or coloring sheet format!
Preschool Power Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5
Beginner Knitting Class
Mon, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
This beginner knitting class is designed especially for adults who are new to knitting.
This event is full
RPL Chess Club
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WREX Classroom
Come play a relaxed game of chess at the library! Sets and boards provided, all skill levels welcome. We meet every other Monday night.
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Jun 09, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
RPL Sewing Group
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Bring in the projects you've started with the RPL sewing group, and let's complete them together!"
Terrific Tuesday Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities for children of all ages
Poetic Petals (Teens)
Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Our theme for Summer Reading 2026 is Unearth a Story! Keep track of your reading goals and attend exciting events all summer long!
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